How to Plan Masai Mara

Masai Mara - the most famous Game reserve park in the World , Lake Nakuru , Lake Naivasha and Amboseli National Park . The scenic Rift valley spots along with the elephant herds crossing in the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro , is a sight that you witness in Amboseli National Park . Lake Nakuru is known as Ornithologist’s delight for more than 400 species of birds found here , a common sight of flamingos and African fish eagles that surround the lake . Lastly Masai Mara National Reserve home to the famous Big Five and many other species of rare animals . Also famous for the Migration that is an annual Phenomena when millions of wildebeest & zebra cross the border and maintain the natural balance of our ecosystem . Safari walk or take to the saddle on a horseback safari , galloping past giraffes and herds of zebras creating memories of a lifetime ! Best time to visit is June to October although the Migration time is in the month of July Nairobi is the Place you need to reach to get to all the safari parks.

You could visit Carnivore Restaurant referred to as ‘Africa’s Great Eating experience’ and also ranks among the top 50 restaurants in the World . Or you could visit the famous Casinos of Nairobi and check out the nightlife . Or you could check out Bomas of Kenya , display of traditional villages of Kenya that you can visit to help you understand the culture and heritage of the place .

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1. Visit to Bomas of Kenya .

Travel to one of the most popular reserves in Kenya after Masai Mara ,  Amboseli National Park . Amboseli National Park is crowned by Mt Kilimanjaro , Africa’s highest Mountain making it a perfect place to watch herds of elephants crossing with a background of Mt Kilimanjaro and beautiful sunsets . In the evening generally they have a Game drive .

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2. Amboseli National Park Game Drives & Stay

Spend the day enjoying the morning and evening Game Drives at the park . Nature lovers can also enjoy trail walks , the savannah  , wet lands with sulphur springs and many such exciting excursions with spectacular views of Mt Kilimanjaro .

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3. Amboseli National Park Game Drives & Stay.

Enjoy the Morning Game Drive and bid goodbye to this beautiful park in the Rift Valley Province and head to another attraction ,  In Lake Naivasha you could take a boat ride in the beautiful lake with opportunities to view animals on the shores as well as animal sightings like Hippos and bird watching . The lake is the highest lake in Rift Valley province and surrounded by cacti and sand olive trees.

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4. Lake Naivasha Stay

Optionally you can choose to visit Mt Longonot that is just an hours drive from Nairobi . Once an active Volcano now this doormat Volcano has fantastic views . This mountain has the best hiking trails all the way up to the Crater with scenic views . You could also try a picnic lunch at the top . The journey up and down would be around 4 to 5 hours but worth trying for people who love to hike & walk . Another option is Hell’s gate where you could enjoy a game drive , trek , attempt rock climbing or simply enjoy the beautiful landscape while cycling . You could cycle right up-to the Gorges making this the only park in Kenya where climbing , biking and walking all together are allowed.

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5. Mt Longonot .

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6. Hells Gate .

Head to Lake Nakuru today just a short drive from Lake Naivasha . The Reserve is home to Warthogs , Leopards , Reedbucks , waterbucks . The park also has many white and black Rhinos specially at the Southern end of the Park . The Park is also known as Ornithologist’s delight for more than 400 species of birds that are found here . Boat rides are recommended to spot flamingos and African fish eagles that surround the lake .

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7. Lake Nakuru Stay

Travel to Masai Mara Reserve the most famous National Park in Kenya . On the way you will cross several Masai tribes and Masai villages and also animal herds in crossing . The serenity and tranquillity of the place can make you experience some unforgettable moments during this journey . Mara River is the river the wildebeest cross to get to the other side of the border in search of greener pastures .

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8. Masai Mara National Reserve Game Drives & Stay

During the morning & evening game drives you could see various spots where you can spot the famous African Big 5 ! and also herds of , zebra , impala, gazelle , rhino , hippos , cheetah , Hyenas and many more species .

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9. Masai Mara Stay & Game Drives.

Visit a Masai Village and see how the tribe lives along with their traditional houses and art work which also makes a good souvenir to take back home . The Masai people have their unique style of welcoming you by jumping and singing to you . You will be amazed to see how in the simplest form of existence they are happy and content within themselves . In the village they also have their own school and their ways of curing health problems . They also use the oldest method to create fire through stones and have no electricity in their village , lastly how they protect their cows from Lions and other wild animals around as their village has no fences . Existence in the most basic form .

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10. Masai Village Visit & Game Drives .

Unique experience is the Hot Air Ballon over Masai and you can experience the sunrise while flying over the Masai Mara Reserve . While the pilot prepares for the flight you can experience standing in the middle of the jungle with wilderness all around you , a very thrilling experience ''OUT OF AFRICA'' experiecne. When the ride is ready you take off , enjoy breath-taking views of Masai Mara and flying over herds of elephants and lions . A ride to remember .

You will see a beautiful horizon upon sunrise and if the wind permits also fly over Mara River , crossing used by millions of wildebeest during the Great Migration . Even if you don’t get to fly over it later on the guide will take you to the river and show you some beautiful spots and Nile crocodiles that fill the Mara River . After the Hot Air Balloon ride you will head straight away for a scrumptious bush breakfast cooked right there at a safe spot away from animals but still in the middle of the jungle . Truly a magical experience .

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11. Hot Air Balloon with Bush Breakfast [ breakfast middle of jungle ]